Chelsea is facing tough times in the Women's Super League. Manchester City leads with strong play.
Chelsea has had a hard time in recent games. The team that usually does well is now losing ground in the fight for the top spot.
Manchester City is way ahead in the league. Chelsea has not been this far back since 2019. They are not even close to catching up.
After a big loss to Manchester City by 5-1 on February 1, 2026, coach Sonia Bompastor talked about the team's depth. Injuries and poor play from key players make it hard to compete.
In the game against City, Chelsea's setup did not help. City took control of the middle of the field. Chelsea players could not attack much and had few touches on the ball.
Chelsea brought in new players recently, but the team is not playing as hoped. They need to fix issues in the midfield and play better overall. Bompastor said the team must make smarter choices on the field.
